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The Future of Europe at Stake in the Mediterranean Region Antonio Tajani
Globalization, Changing Societies and the Crisis of State
Challenging the State from Above, Empowering It from Within Silvia Colombo
Re-Linking the Mediterranean in the Digital Age Dr Claire Spencer
The Arab States after the Uprisings: 'Transitions,' Rebuilt Authoritarianisms and Collapsing States Philippe Droz-Vincent
Presence of Non-Euro-Mediterranean Actors in the Mediterranean
Russia in the Mediterranean and in Europe Eugenio Bregolat
The Chinese Breakthrough in the Arab and Mediterranean Markets Professor Bichara Khader
America and the Mediterranean: an Arena for Transnational Threat Management Ellen Laipson
Gulf Rivalries Reach North Africa Eduard Soler i Lecha
Sectarianism and the Politics of Hate
Playing with Fire: Trump, the Saudi-Iranian Rivalry, and the Geopolitics of Sectarianization in the Middle East Danny Postel,Nader Hashemi
Islamophobia, Security Narratives and Countering Violent Extremism: Dangerous Liaisons Lurdes Vidal Bertran
The Future of Christians in the Middle East after the Defeat of Islamic State (IS) Georges Fahmi
Terrorist Attacks. Youngsters and Jihadism in Europe Lorenzo Vidino,Silvia Carenzi
Jihadist Networks After the Collapse of Daesh's Pseudo-Caliphate Jean-Pierre Filiu
Returning Foreign Terrorists: What Type of Security Challenges Are They Posing? Dr Eman Ragab
The New Mediterranean Geopolitical Framework from the EU Perspective Senén Florensa
The 'Renovated' European Neighbourhood Policy and the New European External Investment Plan for Africa and the EU Neighbourhood Erwan Lannon
The Crisis of the European Project and Its Consequences for the Euro-Mediterranean Agenda Marc Pierini
Rethinking Europe's Comparative Advantage in the Mediterranean Kristina Kausch
Whatever Happened to the Spirit of Barcelona? Amb. James Moran
France and the Mediterranean Rostane Mehdi
Germany in the Mediterranean – Between Sincere Engagement, Impotence, and a Normative Paradox Dina Fakoussa
The New EU Defence Policy and Absence of a Common Perspective on the Ongoing Conflicts in the Mediterranean Region Jean-François Daguzan
Has the Mediterranean Refugee Crisis Undermined European Values? Catherine Woollard
A Heterodox Vision for the Mediterranean Amb. Hassan Abouyoub
Albania / Algeria / Bosnia and Herzegovina / Croatia / Cyprus / Egypt / France / Greece / Israel / Italy / Jordan / Lebanon / Libya / Malta / Montenegro / Morocco / Palestinian Territories / Portugal / Serbia / Slovenia / Spain / Syria / FYROM / Tunisia / Turkey
Geographical Overview
EU's Mediterranean Countries
Malta: The Political Situation Dr George Vital Zammit
An Uncertain Italy Marc Lazar
The New Government in Macedonia – A Return to the Rule of Law and Democratic Standards Erwan Fouéré
A Step toward Regional Stability: Montenegro Joins NATO Stefano Stefanini
What Protest in Morocco Reveals about Public Trust in Political Parties Mohammed Masbah
Algeria: Between Economic Reforms, Social Movements and Upcoming Political Battles Thomas Serres
Tunisia: Towards the Return of the Old Regime? Khadija Mohsen-Finan
Libya: Stuck in Transition Karim Mezran
Middle East and Turkey
The Consolidation of Authoritarianism in al-Sisi's Egypt Bárbara Azaola Piazza
Jordan in 2018: Too Stable to Fail, Too Small to Flourish Imad El-Anis
Like a Bumblebee. Politics, Society, and Security in Lebanon Lars Erslev Andersen
Syria 2017: Taking Stock of a Multifaceted War Gema Martín Muñoz
Israel: between Political Crisis and Regional Challenges Noam Sheizaf
Palestine's Impasse: Israeli Occupation, Regional Conflicts and Internal Division Khaled Hroub
Turkey: Climbing the Ladder of Authoritarianism Henri J. Barkey
The Euro-Mediterranean Partnership and Other Actors
Gulf Regional Crisis: Qatar-Saudi Arabia Rivalry, Tensions within the Gulf Cooperation Council Alberto Negri
Political Change in Saudi Arabia Jane Kinninmont
The War and Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen: A Forgotten Conflict? Laurent Bonnefoy
From the Euro-Arab Dialogue to a Euro-Arab Summit: Revamping the EU-Arab Partnership Roger Albinyana,Fátima Fernández
Strategic Sectors
Security & Politics
Jihadism in the Sahel: Exploiting Local Disorders Hamza Cherbib
The Kurdish Question in the Middle East: Regional Dynamics and Return to National Control Olivier Grojean
The Recovery from Crisis in Southern European Countries: Labour Markets and Job Quality Agnieszka Piasna
Food Security and Conflicts in the Mediterranean Region Sébastien Abis
Technological Innovation: Growth without Occupation. An Overview on MENA Countries Giorgia Giovannetti,Arianna Vivoli
FDI in the MENA Region: Factors that Hinder or Favour Investments in the Region Federico Carril Caccia,Juliette Milgram Baleix,Jordi Paniagua
The Geopolitical Impact of Climate Change in the Mediterranean Region Johan Schaar
Transport Dimension of the BRICS Penetration in the Mediterranean Region Giampaolo Basoli ,Marco Ricceri
The Impact of Global Decarbonization Policies and Technological Improvements on Oil and Gas Producing Countries in the Middle East and North Africa Simone Tagliapietra
The State of Arab Media since 2011 Noha Mellor
Academic Freedom in the MENA Region: Universities under Siege Ilyas Saliba
The New Culture of Youth in the Mediterranean Region: Media, Technologies, Politics, Economy and Youth Niccolo Milanese
Short-term Wins, Long-term Risks: Human Trafficking and People Smuggling in the Mediterranean Area Tuesday Reitano
Southern European Migration Towards Northern Europe Jean-Michel Lafleur ,Mikolaj Stanek
Rural Migrations and Mediterranean Agricultural Systems Michele Nori
On the Urgency of Combatting Stereotypes about Violent Extremism in Europe Emmanuel Cohen-Hadria
Cultural Heritage Protection in the Mediterranean Region: Beyond Resilience Dr Damien Helly
Training of Imams and the Fight against Radicalization Frank Peter
MAP A.1 | Legislative Elections in Lebanon (6 May 2018)
MAP A.2 | Information and Communication Technologies. ICT Development Index 2017
MAP A.3 | Climate Change in the Mediterranean
MAP A.4 | Official Aid. Flows to Mediterranean Countries
MAP A.5a and 5b | Forests in the Mediterranean
MAP A.6 | Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender (Selected Indicators)
MAP A.7 | Gender and Tertiary Education
MAP A.8 | Passenger Cars in Mediterranean Countries
MAP A.9 | Camel Livestock in Mediterranean Countries
MAP A.10 | Economic Recovery and Jobs in European Countries
MAP A.11 | Ports in the Mediterranean
MAP A.12 | Financial Integration
MAP A.13 | Chinese Trade with Mediterranean Countries (2016)
MAP A.14 | Sources of Electricity Production in Mediterranean Countries (2016)
MAP A.15 | Foreign Direct Investment in Mediterranean Countries
MAP A.16 | Urbanization in the Mediterranean
MAP A.17a and 17b | Migrant Mediterranean Routes
Chronology of Events in Israel and Palestine
Euromed Chronology
Commercial Relations of the Mediterranean Countries
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Malta: The Political Situation
Dr George Vital Zammit
Deputy Dean (FEMA)
Lecturer, Department of Public Policy
University of Malta
On 3 June 2017, Malta went to the polls for the 13th time since becoming an independent state (1964). The election was considered a watershed moment; an opportunity to fold a Labour government (in power since 2013) after a string of corruption and patronage allegations, or renew an administration credited with bringing forth the most prosperous economic times in history. The latter prevailed, and with the second consecutive landslide, Prime Minister Joseph Muscat was re-elected to office (54.8%) with a nine-seat majority. For the first time, the Opposition presented itself as a coalition of two parties, the Nationalist Party (led by Dr Simon Busuttil) and the Democratic Party (led by Dr Marlene Farrugia) who garnered 43.3%. Following the electoral debacle, the two leaders in the Opposition camp, resigned. This report highlights the context within which this election was held and gives a critical assessment of the salient events that characterized the political situation in 2017.
A National Hobby Called Politics
When called to the polls, Malta, once again, experienced a very high participation rate. For the June 2017 election, out of 341,856 registered voters, 314,696 (92.1%) cast their vote.[1] Although this was the lowest turnout since 1996,[2] it confirms the importance Maltese people give to general elections. The voting turnout trend ranks Malta ninth at the international level, and first in Europe despite having non-compulsory voting.[3] Malta is hooked onto politics in many ways. A highly dense community living within confined spaces, the country offers close proximity to politicians, often considered as the panacea to problem solving. Moreover, the electoral system employed to elect governments, the Single Transferable Vote, renders politicians entirely dependent on the relationship they can cultivate with citizens.
Politics is pervasively present. Malta has preserved a two party system that gives substantial leverage to the two main parties, the Partit Nazzjonalista and Partit Laburista, which almost share the entire spoils between them. A third party, the Alternattiva Demokratika, formed in 1992, has been unable to go beyond 1.8% of the national consensus (its best ever result in 2013 with 5,506 votes). According to Kenneth Wain, "the politics of polemic are ingrained in our culture and attain the quality of the spectacle in tribal events like the festa and the mass meeting," where the "politics of tribalism is nurtured" at local and national level.[4] Reactions on most issues in the country often spill over into politics, with respective territories guarded fervidly, assisted (and enabled) by party media (the two main parties own their own newspaper, TV and radio station).
Malta's economy in 2017 enjoyed an expansion. Despite the tumultuous years experienced by the global recession of a decade earlier, Malta retained an economic output that is 13% higher than the eurozone.[5] High ratings were given by Credit Institutions; Moody ranked Malta A3, S&P deemed it A- (positive), and Fitch gave it a score of A+ (Stable).[6] Foreign Direct Investment stood at €165.5 billion, while Direct Investment abroad amounted to €62.2 billion.[7]
The Economic Survey for 2017 reported that during the first six months, the Maltese economy grew at a nominal rate of 8.3% (real rate of 6.3%), outperforming the average growth rate in all other EU Member States and the eurozone. Growth was mostly "the result of a larger contribution from the external side of the economy, as growth in exports was coupled by a decline in imports."[8] Whilst Malta exited the excessive deficit procedure and ended 2016 with a surplus of over €100 million (1% of the GDP),[9] a first in the last 35 years,[10] government debt (fourth quarter of 2017) still stood at €5.642 billion.[11]
According to the Ministry of Finance, in the next 100 days after the new Government was sworn in, "Malta was rated to have had the best economic growth within the European Union and to have had the best increase in the creation of jobs within the EU." It also had 28,000 more people working in the private sector than in 2012 (last financial year of a PN administration).[12] The Labour Force Survey estimated that, during the fourth quarter, total employment stood at 203,651 accounting for more than half the population aged 15 and over whilst the number of unemployed persons stood at 7,891 (2.1%).[13]
The Presidency of the European Union
For six months (January to June 2017), Malta held the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, part of the Triumvirate formed with the Netherlands (January-June 2016) and Slovakia (June – December 2016). This was the first time Malta had presided over the Council since joining the European Union in May 2004, and one of the last 13 Member States to do so that have joined since. Preparations for each Presidency start years in advance. The attention is focused on two main concerns: logistical (mainly the remit of the hosting state), and political (in coordination with Brussels and other Member States). The holder of the Presidency chairs meetings and gives political direction for the six months. Malta set six priorities: Migration, the Single Market, Security, Social Inclusion, Europe's Neighbourhood, and Maritime Policy.[14]
The Presidency was not without controversy. In fact a general election was called almost a month (3 June) before the end of the Presidency. This has happened only once in the history of the EU Presidency when the then Prime Minister Donald Tusk (now President of the Council) called an election in October 2011, two months before the Presidency ended. Like Tusk in 2011, Muscat was re-elected to office. Besides the national drama, Malta carried out a programme with its Public Service heavily engaged with the political agenda of the Presidency executing a number of objectives, and preparing a few for its successor, Estonia. A number of achievements were scored at the policy level.[15]
The 'pro-business' politics that characterized the government's programme was also transposed at the European level. In a document signed on 11 May 2017, a call was made to encourage more private sector investment and a reduction in what are considered to be barriers to investment.[16] Consensus was gathered on the production of organic food and an agreement signed to reform the Emissions Trading System (reduction of 40% in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030).[17] On behalf of the EU, Malta signed an endorsement of the Istanbul Convention on combating violence against women.[18] In pursuance of the Digital Single Market, mobile roaming charges were brought to an end,[19] while stronger and more effective rules entered into force on trade defence (anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures).[20] The Presidency found convergence on setting up the European Public Prosecutor's Office which will bring together European and national law-enforcement efforts to counter EU fraud.[21] To respond better to the challenge of irregular migration, political agreement was reached on the establishment of the EU Agency for Asylum.[22] Malta also managed to keep a united European front during the Brexit negotiations.
Domestic Reforms
The election of June 2017, not only retained a strong parliamentary majority after the resounding victory at the polls (nine seats), but also maintained a political landscape with a number of policy priorities at the forefront. Consistent with the conspicuously liberal agenda in terms of promoting minority rights for the LGBTIQ community, the government immediately set in motion the legislative process to pass the Marriage Equality Act (becoming the 14th European country to legalize same-sex marriage), thereby giving access to all existing rights as in heterosexual marriages. This move, followed by the introduction of a Gender Identity and Expression Act, which banned any form of conversion therapy on sexual orientation (in 2016), in addition to references to grant such couples equal parenting rights (reproductive and adoptive), ranked Malta first on ILGA-Europe's Rainbow Index, for the second consecutive year (out of 49 Council of Europe Member States).[23]
Earlier on in the legislature, the government introduced a number of reforms, such as the Protection of the Whistleblower Act (2013) aimed at protecting people who disclose information regarding improper practices, and amended the Criminal Code to remove prescription on acts of corruption committed by sitting ministers, parliamentary secretaries, Members of Parliament or local councillors. In 2017, the Public Administration Act was amended to scrutinize Heads of regulatory bodies and politically appointed representatives. Despite these efforts, the government's record in good governance and transparency now ranked 47th place in the Corruption Perception Index 2017.[24] The two people involved in the Panama Papers (2015), Hon. Konrad Mizzi and Mr Keith Schembri, maintained their posts. The former was reappointed as Minister for Tourism, whilst the latter remained Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister.
Murdered, She Wrote
On October 16, Malta was jolted by the brutal assassination of journalist, blogger and magazine editor, Daphne Caruana Galizia. Soon after leaving her house, Ms Caruana Galizia's car exploded, killing her instantly, throwing a dark shadow over a country, until that point considered as relatively safe territory for journalists. Daphne had reported threats and intimidations before, adopting a no-holds-barred approach to anything and anyone. Having been a prolific writer for more than two decades, she took no qualms at hitting where it hurts, probing people who had to be held to account. Her repertoire was extensive, mostly (but not only) taking aim at the Labour party, advancing liberal causes such as inclusion and civil rights, and keeping an extensive followership at the national level. Her blog site (still available) was one of the most popular internet sites on the island, often the first source of scoops and breaking news in the political arena. So was her landmark story of 22 February 2016 – "If the (Panama) hat fits, wear it" – that outed the Minister for Energy and Health, Dr Konrad Mizzi as a holder of a bank account in Panama, a haven for tax evasion.[25]
Ms Caruana Galizia's article unfolded what became nationally known as Panamagate, a saga full of accusations (and denials) that heavily impacted the political scene. Dr Mizzi had to renounce his candidature for deputy leader of the party and was stripped of his Portfolio. He did not resign from politics and went on to be re-elected in June 2017. This saga remained on Daphne's agenda but she continued to grab headlines, such as when she reported the Economy Minister's presence at a brothel in Dusseldorf, whilst away on government business. The Minister filed three defamation cases against the journalist with the court subsequently issuing a garnishee order of €46,000.[26] The assassination of Ms Caruana Galizia plunged Malta to 65th place in the World Press Freedom Index.[27] According to Reporters without Borders (RSF), this "car bomb death lifted the veil on the judicial harassment and intimidation to which journalists are routinely subjected in the island state."[28] Towards the end of the year, the government announced that the existing Press Act would be repealed by a Media and Defamation Act,[29] with the aim of allowing more journalistic freedom and eliminating the possibility of garnishee orders being imposed in connection with libel suits.[30] On 17 April 2018, the Daphne Project, a consortium of international journalists and media houses was launched to continue the investigative work of Daphne Caruana Galizia.
The perception of 2017 has been a nuanced one. Malta has taken a number of accolades with its strong economic performance, injecting further confidence in the island. Right in the middle of the Mediterranean, between two continents, Malta continues to forge an essential link at the political and economic level. Whilst hosting the Presidency, many praised the country for its diplomatic and negotiation skills, initiating and bringing to fruition a number of policy proposals. Its domestic front has been characterized by prosperity and employment (with low inflation), variables that secured continuity for the current Labour administration. On the other hand, good governance remains its main Achilles' heel. The assassination of a journalist actively investigating the government threw a negative spotlight on the country, which raised concerns on a global scale. The perception is that in Malta's quest for success and public approval, not enough is being done to ensure that impartial institutions (that can guarantee transparency and accountability), are in place.
[1] Electoral Commission, accessed 1 June 2018, https://electoral.gov.mt/Elections/General
[2] Updated – Election 2017: 92.07% turnout, lowest since 1966, accessed 1 June 2018, www.independent.com.mt/articles/2017-06-03/local-news/More-than-half-eligible-voters-cast-preference-by-2pm-6736175044
[3] Solijonov Abdurashid. "Voter Turnout Trends around the World," International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, Sweden, p. 50
[4] Wain Kenneth and Baldacchino John. Democracy without Confession – Philosophical Conversations on the Maltese Political Imaginary, Allied Publications, 2013, p. 54
[5] Grech Aaron. The Evolution of the Maltese Economy since Independence, Central Bank of Malta, WP/05/2015
[6] Country Economy Ratings, accessed on 15 May 2018 https://countryeconomy.com/ratings/malta
[7] National Statistics Office (NSO). News Release, 14 February 2018, 024/2018
[8] Ministry of Finance. Economic Survey 2017, Government of Malta, p.4
[9] The Excessive Deficit Procedure (EDP) underpins the corrective arm of the EU's Stability Growth Pact. EU countries must demonstrate that: (i) their budget deficit does not exceed 3% of GDP; and (ii) public debt does not exceed 60% of GDP. Accessed on 13 June https://eur-lex.europa.eu/summary/glossary/excessive_deficit_procedure.html
[10] Ministry of Finance, 2018 Budget Speech, Government of Malta, p.7
[11] Accessed on 10 June 2018 https://tradingeconomics.com/malta/government-debt
[12] Ministry of Finance, op.cit, p.2
[13] National Statistics Office (NSO), News Release, 26 March 2018, 048/2018
[14] 2017 Maltese Presidency of the Council of the European Union Priorities, accessed on 10 May 2018 www.eu2017.mt/Documents/Maltese%20Priorities/EU2017MT%20-%20Presidency%20Priorities%20(EN).pdf
[15] For a synthesis, see report by Politico, 30 June 2017, "Malta's EU presidency: How it went," www.politico.eu/article/maltas-eu-presidency-how-did-it-go/
[16] European Economic and Social Committee (EESC). "Does the EU encourage private-sector investment?", accessed on 20 May 2018 www.eesc.europa.eu/sites/default/files/resources/docs/qe-02-17-719-en-n.pdf
[17] Vassallo Saviour. Emissions Trading System, 02 May 2017, www.eu2017.mt/en/Blog/Pages/Emissions-Trading-System.aspx
[18] Council of Europe. "EU signs Council of Europe convention to stop violence against women," Press Release, Ref. DC 087(2017)
[19] European Commission. "End of roaming charges in the EU: Joint statement by 3 EU institutions," 14 June 2017, Statement/17/1590
[20] European Commission. "EU trade defence: stronger and more effective rules enter into force," Press release, 7 June 2018, IP/18/3973
[21] Council of the EU. "20 member states agree on details on creating the European Public Prosecutor's office (EPPO)," Press Release, 8 June 2018, 333/17
[22] Council for the EU. "EU Agency for Asylum: Presidency and European Parliament reach a broad political agreement," Press Release, 29 June 2017, 431/17
[23] ILGA-Europe, accessed on 20 May 2018, www.ilga-europe.org/resources/rainbow-europe/rainbow-europe-2017
[24] Transparency International, accessed on 20 May 2018, www.transparency.org/news/feature/corruption_perceptions_index_2017
[25] Daphne Caruana Galizia. "If the (Panama) hat fits, wear it," Running Commentary, accessed 1 May 2018 https://daphnecaruanagalizia.com/2016/02/if-the-hat-fits-wear-it/
[26] Vella Matthew. "Caruana Galizia cries foul as Cardona secures €46,000 garnishee on four libels," Maltatoday, 8 February 2017, accessed on 1 June 2018, www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/court_and_police/74261/46000_garnishee_caruana_galizia_ministers_libel_suit#.Wy0Q3IozbIU
[27] Sayer Zach. "Press freedom under threat in Europe: report," Politico, 24 April 2018, accessed 30 April 2018, www.politico.eu/article/press-freedom-europe-under-threat-report/
[28] Reporters without borders, RSF Index 2018: Hatred of journalism threatens democracies, accessed 10 June https://rsf.org/en/rsf-index-2018-hatred-journalism-threatens-democracies
[29] Weber Emil. "Malta: defamation no longer a crime – but new law has critics,," European Centre for Press & Media Freedom, 7 May 2018, accessed on 10 May 2018, https://ecpmf.eu/news/legal/malta-defamations-no-longer-a-crime-but-new-law-has-its-critics
[30] The Media and Defamation Act was enacted on 17 April 2018.


Chris Helliwell is a multi-award winning nature photographer. In this session you will learn tips and techniques on how to get really close to your subject and capture the important details.
This workshop will be limited to 30 participants and apart from an introductory session, will be hands on in the Lower Hutt greenhouse.
The workshop is being supported by Epson and participants will have the opportunity to have one of their images from the session printed using Epson's fine range of printers. They will then be displayed in the trade area until the end of Convention.


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Agre v. Wolf
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A group of Pennsylvania citizens are challenging the state's 2011 congressional map as a partisan gerrymander violating the Elections Clause and First and Fourteenth Amendments.
Note: The Brennan Center is not a participant in this case.
Case Background
Four Pennsylvania citizens allege in a suit filed in federal district court that the state's 2011 congressional map is a partisan gerrymander. The plaintiffs assert that the 2011 plan unlawfully places citizens into congressional districts based upon their likely voting preferences. The plaintiffs also claim that the General Assembly's plan seeks to influence the political identity of Pennsylvania's congressional representatives. These actions, the plaintiffs contend, violate the Elections Clause of the U.S. Constitution, as well as the First and Fourteenth Amendment. The plaintiffs have asked the court to redraw the districts before the 2018 congressional elections.
On November 15, the three-judge panel denied the legislative defendants' motion to dismiss the plaintiffs' claim under the Elections Clause. The court dismissed the plaintiffs' equal protection claim with prejudice and also dismissed their First Amendment claim. The plaintiffs filed an amended First Amendment claim which the court dismissed on November 30.
The court completed trial in the case on December 7, 2017.
On January 10, 2018, in a 2-1 judgment, the court rejected the plaintiffs' remaining claims. The plaintiffs filed a notice of appeal to the Supreme Court on January 18.
On May 29, the Court dismissed the appeal as moot.
Complaint (October 2, 2017)
Pretrial Order (October 4, 2017)
Request for Three Judges (October 5, 2017)
Pretrial Scheduling Order (October 10, 2017)
Motion for Review and Reconsideration of Scheduling Order by Three Judge Panel By Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Michael C. Turzai and Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore (October 16, 2017)
Order On Application to Convene a Three Judge District Court (October 19, 2017)
Order (October 23, 2017)
Answer to Plaintiffs' Complaint with Affirmative Defenses by Governor Wolf, Acting Secretary Torres, and Commissioner Marks (October 23, 2017)
Motion to Intervene by Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Michael C. Turzai and Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Joseph B. Scarnati III (October 24, 2017)
Memorandum of Law In Support of Motion to Intervene by Speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Michael C. Turazi and Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Joseph B. Scarnati III (October 24, 2017)
Intervenor Defendants' Motion to Dismiss (October 24, 2017)
Proposed Intervenors' Motion to Amend Pre-Trial Schedule Re: Disclosure of the Identities of Plaintiffs' Experts as Well As a Brief Summary of Their Contemplated Opinions (October 25, 2017)
Emergency Petition for Writ of Mandamus (October 30, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Response in Opposition to Defendant-Intervenors' Motion to Dismiss (October 31, 2017)
Motion to Intervene as Plaintiffs (October 31, 2017)
Order (November 3, 2017)
Intervenor Defendants' Reply Brief in Further Support of Their Motion to Dismiss (November 3, 2017)
Executive Defendants' Response to Motion to Intervene as Plaintiffs (November 6, 2017)
Memorandum of Law in Opposition to the Diamond Group's Motion to Intervene (November 6, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Response in Opposition to Motion to Intervene as Plaintiffs (November 6, 2017)
Order on Motion to Dismiss (November 7, 2017)
Order Regarding Motion to Intervene as Plaintiffs (November 9, 2017)
Procedural Order (November 13, 2017)
Statement of Reasons for the Court's Decision on the Motion to Dismiss (November 16, 2017)
Plaintiffs' First Amended Complaint - Injunctive Relief Requested (November 17, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Motion to Dismiss Plaintiffs' Amended Complaint (November 22, 2017)
Answer of Governor Wolf, Acting Secretary Torres, and Commissioner Marks to Plaintiffs' First Amended Complaint with Affirmative Defenses (November 22, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Supplement to Their Motion to Dismiss the Amended Complaint (November 27, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Memorandum of Law in Opposition to the Intervenor Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Amended Complaint (November 27, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Proposed Findings of Fact (November 29, 2017)
Order on the Motion to Dismiss Amended Complaint (November 30, 2017)
Memorandum in Support of Legislative Defendants' Motion for Directed Verdict (December 1, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Statement of Undisputed Facts and Admissions in Support (December 1, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment (December 1, 2017)
Order for Plaintiffs to Clarify Elements of Proof (December 1, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Statement of the Elements They Must Prove (December 3, 2017)
Trial Day 1 Transcript Morning Session (December 4, 2017)
Trial Day 1 Transcript Afternoon Session (December 4, 2017)
Memorandum of Law Regarding Senator Scarnati's Authority (December 6, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Motion for Judgment Pursuant to Rule 50 or Rule 52(c) (December 6, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Memorandum of Law in Support of Legislative Defendants' Motion for Judgment Pursuant to Rule 50 or Rule 52(c) (December 6, 2017)
Plaintiffs' Post-Trial Memorandum of Fact and Law (December 15, 2017)
Executive Branch Defendants' Post-Trial Brief (December 15, 2017)
Legislative Defendants' Post-Trial Brief (December 15, 2017)
Final Judgment (January 10, 2018)
Memorandum by Honorable Judge Smith (January 10, 2018)
Memorandum by Honorable Judge Shwartz (January 10, 2018)
Memorandum by Honorable Judge Baylson (January 10, 2018)
Notice of Appeal (January 18, 2018)
Jurisdictional Stage
Jurisdictional Statement (March 19, 2018)
Motion to Dismiss by Appellees Governor Tom Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth Robert Torres, and Commissioner Jonathan Marks (April 23, 2018)
Motion to Affirm by Appellees Joseph B. Scarnati III and Michael Turzai (April 23, 2018)
Response Brief in Opposition to the Motions and Dismiss and Affirm (May 3, 2018)
Order (May 29, 2018)

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Sublime 2019: A multi-sensory event created by Ridgewood students
The Ridgewood ARTBeat Committee is hosting its second annual event, Sublime 2019.
Sublime 2019: A multi-sensory event created by Ridgewood students The Ridgewood ARTBeat Committee is hosting its second annual event, Sublime 2019. Check out this story on northjersey.com: https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/ridgewood/2019/03/27/multi-sensory-event-created-ridgewood-nj-students/3287820002/
Aimee La Fountain, Correspondent Published 4:22 p.m. ET March 27, 2019
The Ridgewood ARTBeat Committee is hosting its second annual event, Sublime 2019, which features artwork and live music from RHS students.
"Although we retained many artists from last year, we're proud of the number of students who didn't participate last year and are interested in submitting their work this year," said senior Sophia Swanson, ARTBeat co-chair.
This year's theme is van Gogh.
"One of the walls of the gallery will be open for visitors to create a collaborative 'Starry Night,'" said senior Jack Shigeta, ARTBeat co-chair. "We want to put the spotlight on visual artists and their amazing talents."
The interactive display is one of the event's successful elements making a return this year.
"Flex" by Evie Cullen (Class of 2019). (Photo: Photo courtesy of Evie Cullen)
"We felt that Sublime 2018 was a big hit last year, so we decided to bring back a lot," Shigeta said. "The live acoustic music and crêpe station will continue to set the ambience this year."
Ridgewood ARTBeat is a student-run club whose mission is to provide spaces for student musicians and artists to share their talents with Ridgewood residents.
"Often, students create art without having enough opportunities to share it with the wider community," Shigeta said. "At Sublime 2019, not only do viewers get to see art by budding artists, but also support the arts and art programs at RHS."
Collaboration is another primary theme of the event.
"Guests can expect to experience an atmosphere filled with creative energy and collaboration," Swanson said. "It'll be a truly multi-sensory event, from appreciating the beautiful visual artwork and listening to talented student musicians to taking in the awesome flavor and scent of our freshly-made crêpes."
The spirit of collaboration also extends to the preparation process for Sublime 2019 and working with underclassmen has been one of Swanson's favorite aspects of planning the event.
"They've become integral parts of our team and have contributed several fantastic ideas to Sublime and our plans for the end of the year," she said. "It's so encouraging to see that Jack and I have succeeded in passing down our passion for ARTBeat to the next generation of student leaders."
The event will be held on March 31 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Ridgewood High School's Campus Center.
For more information on ARTBeat, visit facebook.com/rwoodARTBeat.
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Q: Sharepoint 2013 Suddenly Going Slow I currently have a test SharePoint 2013 install setup on a VM, the specs of the VM are very modest (8GB RAM, Dual Core Xeon, linked to SQL 2012 on another server) and it has been working fine as far as developing the site. The site was pretty quick and responsive for some time but all of a sudden it has become very slow when navigating the site and I can't understand why!?
When I clicked on links before it used to load up pretty much straight away (bar the odd slow down), but now no matter what part of the site I navigate too I get the little "We're working on it" box and have to wait 5-8 seconds for the page to load.
I can't really understand whats made this happen though.  I know SharePoint needs more than 8GB in a production environment but it's confusing me as this was working fine and I was pleased with the performance.
Ive had a look online and done the typical SharePoint 2013 speed fixes (changing the crawl, noderunner memory usage etc) but it doesnt really appear to have done anything.  The site isn't a massive site, its just some calendars, staff directory and a message board so nothing too taxing and there is only me accessing it at the moment.
Don't know if its worth noting it is slow on both a client machine accessing it, and also directly on the server accessing it.  It is also slow in the Central Admin.
I don't know whats happened?!?!  Anyone any ideas?  I can't throw any more RAM at the VM as our ESX host is at capacity now.  We can potentially purchase extra RAM but I'd only be willing to buy it if it was definitely down to a memory issue and that was the resolution but I'm struggling to buy into it being a lack of RAM as the VM hasn't really peaked at anything more than 5GB when I've been using it, its currently idling at 2.59GB.
Anyway sorry for long babble, hopefully I've made sense and someone can offer some help! :)
Thanks.

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Every sales person sets goals, but there is a difference between goals and the right goals. It is important to ask if your goals are "SMART" – Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely.
Top sales performers are those who achieve or exceed their targeted sales goals. With everything a value-added reseller has going on between juggling their clients and looking for new prospects, it can be difficult to hit sales targets every single month. Why is it that resellers fall short of their goals some months?
On closer evaluation, you will find that this lack of goal-hitting is usually due to weak goal setting in the first place. Setting strong and effective goals is the basis for a reseller's sales strategy. With the right goals, finding the best leads and following through on sales is nearly impossible.
Every sales person sets goals, but there is a difference between goals and the right goals. It is important to ask if your goals are "SMART" – Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely. If they do not meet every one of those characteristics, then a goal-setting exercise is imperative and the first step towards hitting sales targets. A goal needs to have a clear direction and be able to be measured for effectiveness. Goals also need to be realistically attainable and have a timeline.


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Sweetwater Studios to Host Pro Tools Master Class with Producer/Engineer Nathan Heironimus
Comprehensive classroom experience between September 13 and September 15 to be led by Sweetwater Studios engineer Nathan Heironimus
Tuesday, August 21, 2018 — Fort Wayne, IN - Sweetwater Studios, the multi room, world-class recording facility owned by music retailer Sweetwater Sound, will host a three-day hands-on Pro Tools master class taught by Sweetwater Studios Producer/Engineer and Pro Tools Expert Nathan Heironimus. The master class, which will occur between September 13 and September 15, offers a chance for recording enthusiasts of all skill levels to increase their knowledge of Pro Tools and learn valuable tips and tricks from an experienced studio veteran.
The agenda for the master class takes a high-level approach to Pro Tools and involves students in a hands-on methodology from the onset. Day 1 focuses on session preparation, work flow, and identifying and understand the proper tools for each project. It will also dive into the customization features of the Pro Tools workflow and teach students how to customize the software to work for their needs.
Day 2 immerses students in the mixing process, putting together a rough mix of a session and using compression, EQ, and FX to polish it for mastering. It will also introduce students to the variety of automation features in Pro Tools in order to work efficiently and smoothly without missing crucial details.
Day 3 has students working on their own projects to apply the lessons learned in the previous two days with one on one help from Heironimus.
Who: Sweetwater Studios and Producer/Engineer Nathan Heironimus
What: Pro Tools Master Class
Where: Sweetwater Studios, 5501 US Highway 30 West, Fort Wayne, IN
When: Thursday, September 13 to Saturday, September 15 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
"It's really exciting to host a class like this at Sweetwater Studios," Heironimus said. "Pro Tools is such a deep program that it can be a bit intimidating at times to even experienced engineers, so being able to take students through the process from project start to finish is always useful. Not only that but learning these skills hands on will let students jump right into to making their own projects which is always my favorite thing to see as a teacher and mentor."
Sweetwater Studios: Attracting versatile professionals
Heironimus has chaired workshops and mentored students at Ball State University, Berklee College of Music, and the Recording Workshop among others. He also has lent his engineering and producing talents to a wide variety of projects, from jazz greats like John McLaughlin and Chick Corea to rock and pop artists such as Fastball, Collective Soul, and Ingrid Michaelson.
Registration is just $995 per person and includes:
Three full days of learning sessions in Sweetwater Studios, including lunches
Dinner with Nathan
Pro Tools 101 by Frank D. Cook
Copies of all session files
Lodging for three nights
To register, please email studio@sweetwater.com or call (800) 386-6434. To learn more, please visit http://www.sweetwaterstudios.com/mc-nathan-pro-tools-9-13-18/
About Sweetwater Studios
Sweetwater Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sweetwater Sound, Inc., the largest online music instrument retailer in the country. With three world-class studios designed by Russ Berger and access to a greater diversity of musical equipment and professional audio gear than any other recording studio in the world, Sweetwater Studios is able to accommodate just about any recording, mixing or mastering project, no matter how simple or complex. With renowned staff producer Mark Hornsby at the helm, who has worked on many Grammy-award winning albums, Sweetwater Studios also has an exceptional staff of producers, engineers, session musicians and studio technicians. For more information on Sweetwater Studios, please visit http://www.sweetwaterstudios.com.
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Sweetwater Studios Senior Producer/Engineer and VP of Music Production Mark Hornsby will lead the in-studio recording session from Tuesday, July 23 to Thursday, July 25
Sweetwater Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sweetwater Sound, Inc., the largest online music instrument retailer in the country. With three world-class studios designed by Russ Berger and access to a greater diversity of musical equipment and professional audio gear than any other recording studio in the world, Sweetwater Studios is able to accommodate just about any recording, mixing or mastering project, no matter how simple or complex. Sweetwater Studios also has an exceptional staff of producers, engineers, session musicians and studio technicians to ensure that any artist will get personalized, first-class treatment from start to finish.For more information on Sweetwater Studios, please visit http://www.sweetwaterstudios.com.
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Hammering a Life-Changing Verdict in BATMAN #53
By Maite Molina
In Tom King's latest BATMAN #53 arc, "Cold Days," Gotham City puts notorious villain Mr. Freeze on trial for a series of murders he allegedly committed. Due to his criminal past, Freeze's jury of peers is quick to come to a decision regarding his guilt, except for one particular juror: Bruce Wayne.
In a surprising, uncharacteristic act, the last issue featured Bruce pleading for Freeze's innocence, blaming Batman for forcing Freeze into confessing to crimes he actually did not commit. Ultimately, Bruce believes Batman is in a complicated state of being, a state that compromises the symbol he has built. Now, in BATMAN #53, the all twelve members of the jury reach a verdict, one that concludes the trial of Mister Freeze and jumpstarts Batman's own.
BATMAN #53 page 1. Image courtesy of DC Entertainment.
Rediscovering The Bat
In my humble opinion, summarizing the events of BATMAN #53 will not do the story justice. It is undoubtedly a must-read in addition to one of King's best works within his Batman run.
Yes, the plot is straightforward.
However, it gives readers a poignant perspective on Batman's perception of himself. We come to learn that Bruce Wayne's parents raised him as a man of faith until the night of his parents' murder. In that tragic moment, he lost faith in God, the world, and even himself until he discovered something to believe in: a symbol in the shape of a bat.
Now though, his perceptions have changed once again. Bruce finally admits to his peers, and himself, that he is in pain, and he doesn't exactly know how to cope with that. He admits that he never believed he would find happiness in a life rooted in tragedy, yet he did. He found happiness and solace in Catwoman until, once again, that happiness was abruptly taken from him.
It Is Another Cold Day For Gotham City In BATMAN #52
As a result, Bruce now finds himself in an unlikely state. He knows that the symbol of Batman is vulnerable. He knows that he has changed and has lost control of himself as Batman. Therefore, he asks to be saved. He is asking for direction so that he may find his purpose once more without losing complete faith in the symbol of The Bat.
The End Of The Cold Days
Thus, the jury agrees to grant Mr. Freeze a verdict of not guilty as they maintain a newfound perception of Batman, who they now believe to be an ordinary, vulnerable man who is simply trying to do some good in the world.
Interestingly, these conclusive events don't necessarily give Bruce Wayne closure. He feels relieved that Mr. Freeze isn't being punished for something that he didn't do. However, Bruce's faith in Batman is still compromised. As a result, he decides to don his original Batman suit to revisit the original reasons that he became Batman in the first place.
So, ultimately, BATMAN #53 is a masterpiece of a work. Many works do feature Batman's humanity, but this one does so in a way that distinguishes Bruce Wayne from his Batman persona. We witness who Bruce is without Batman, and he feels incredibly conflicted.
He's lost for apparent reasons regarding Catwoman, yet one can argue that he feels most lost because he no longer has control over who he is as Batman. Batman always served as a foundation for Bruce Wayne's identity and purpose in life until this period of doubt.
Therefore, Tom King presents an exceptional story in BATMAN #53 that challenges Bruce Wayne's identity and the uncertain direction Batman pursues from this point on.
The Many Hues of BATMAN #53
I honestly cannot imagine any other artist working on this arc besides Lee Weeks. His work is masterful and wonderfully fitting to the issue's narrative. In conjunction with Elizabeth Breitweiser's coloring, the imagery of BATMAN #53 is absolutely spellbinding.
Breitweiser's consistent use of neutral tones puts us in the dull setting of the jury's room. Interestingly though, Breitweiser juxtaposes those neutral tones with vibrant, warm hues featured in Bruce's retrospection of happier times.
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Now, my absolute favorite image in BATMAN #53 encapsulates the final page when we see Bruce Wayne donning his original Batman suit. The image is abundant with nostalgia, and I actually found it to be quite powerful. Bruce may not be certain of who he is without Batman.
However, he does maintain confidence in the belief that Batman is an ever-present symbol both internally and externally. The issue's final page conveys those perspectives while also incorporating some noir vibes that provide the image with some wonderfully gritty elements.
What Lies Beyond
The effects of BATMAN #50 continue to ripple throughout the current events of this series. However, the continuous reminders of Bruce Wayne's heartbreak never feel repetitive or redundant. Bruce Wayne is enduring a transformative time of his career as Batman.
He has lost direction and a sense of purpose. Thus, "Cold Days" is an arc that challenges the symbol of Batman. It challenges Bruce's relentless faith in the symbol as well as the common individual's belief in the symbol's infallibility. Oftentimes, comics remind us that the heroes aren't perfect.
This arc reaffirms that idea, yet it does so in a way that allows us to identify with Batman, a symbol we may have always believed to be untouchable.
BATMAN #53 by Tom King, Lee Weeks, & Elizabeth Breitweiser
BATMAN #53 is a phenomenal comic book that challenges Bruce Wayne and the very essence of Batman, bringing a refreshing change to the series.
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JUTC driver taken off frontline duty following fatal crash
Published:Tuesday | May 9, 2017 | 11:38 AM
The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) is reporting that one of its drivers has been taken off frontline duty following a fatal crash.
The state-owned bus company says the driver was travelling along Marcus Garvey Drive, heading towards Chancery Street from downtown Kingston, on Saturday afternoon when the incident happened.
According to the JUTC, the bus was in the vicinity of the Jamaica Public Service Company power station when the deceased allegedly jumped over the median into the path of the bus.
He was hit by the bus.
The hit reportedly caused the windscreen to break.
The dead man as been identified as 63-year-old Ashley Garvey of 59 Ellerslie Avenue, Spanish Town, St Catherine.
The JUTC says Garvey was rushed to the Kingston Public Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
The bus company says the incident was reported to the police.
The JUTC says the driver, who has been traumatised by the incident, has been taken off frontline duty pending an investigation and counselling.
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Standard Chartered denies claims it is a "rogue institution"
Sarah Modlock
Standard Chartered shares took a hit on Tuesday as investors in Hong Kong were spooked, despite the bank denying allegations that it illegally "schemed" with Iran to launder money.
The UK-based bank's shares fell in Hong Kong before plunging in London, where it lost almost 18% on the opening bell.
Investors sold after US regulators claimed Standard Chartered laundered as much as $250 billion (£161 billion) over nearly a decade.
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) says the bank hid 60,000 transactions for "Iranian financial institutions" despite US economic sanctions.
The bank has issued a statement denying the allegations. It claims the DFS has not presented a full and accurate picture of the facts.
It says that in January 2010, it voluntarily approached all relevant US agencies, including the DFS, and informed them that it had initiated a review of transactions relating to Iran in the period 2001-2007.
Standard Chartered states that "well over 99.9% of the transactions relating to Iran complied with the U-turn regulations. The total value of transactions which did not follow the U-turn was under $14 million."
However, the drama looks set to unfold further.
The regulator says that its nine-month investigation found instruction manuals designed to help senior staff obscure the Iranian transactions. It says numerous emails going back as far as 1995 showed how the bank's lawyers advised on ways to go about circumventing US sanctions.
"Standard Chartered's actions left the US financial system vulnerable to terrorists, weapons dealers, drug kingpins and corrupt regimes, and deprived law enforcement investigators of crucial information used to track all manner of criminal activity," it says.
US regulators also claim to have found evidence that the bank had similar schemes for other countries under sanctions including Libya, Burma and Sudan, but say investigation of these matters is ongoing.
Standard Chartered is the sixth bank since 2008 to be implicated in dealings with sanctioned countries such as Iran in investigations led by federal and New York law enforcement officials.
Four banks - Barclays, Lloyds, Credit Suisse Group and ING Bank - have agreed to fines and settlements totalling $1.8 billion.
Last month, HSBC set aside £700 million to address money laundering penalties. If the extent of Standard Chartered's involvement is as widespread as the DFS claims then it will be facing considerable costs.
In a worst case scenario, the loss of a New York banking licence would be a devastating blow for Standard Chartered which processes $190 billion every day for global clients, the US bank regulator says.
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BBL09 Fantasy Tips: Heat vs Stars
By: Tristan Heffernan
The Brisbane Heat will be looking to bounce back in the 5th game of BBL09 when they host the Melbourne Stars on Friday night at Metricon Stadium on the Gold Coast.
Along with our famous FREE Cheat Sheets and Data Tools in our Data Tools section, new for the BBL09 season, Daily Fantasy Rankings presents the Draftstars Lineup Builder! Using our Data Tools and Projections you will be able to quickly build and import BBL teams into Draftstars by using the CSV upload. Access the Builder including tutorials on how the builder works by clicking the banner below.
Despite the loss on Tuesday night, the Heat will take an unchanged squad into the match. The Stars will be itching to get out there and try and make amends after a horror collapse cost them grand final glory against the Renegades last season. They brought in a distinct WA flavour in the off season with Nathan Coulter-Nile, Hilton Cartwright and Clint Hinchliffe all joining the squad, while Haris Rauf has only recently been named as an international replacement for the injured Dale Steyn.
Metricon Stadium on the Gold Coast hosted three games last season and was one of the lowest scoring venues in the nation. It was particularly low scoring for the bowlers, with only the flat track of Blundstone Arena being a harder ground for those with the ball to score fantasy points. Given the small sample size it's probably a bit early to go all in on these numbers but it is something to keep an eye on.
The buzz around the Heat has diluted since their ordinary first-up effort against the Thunder and it will be interesting to see how well they bounce back here. Interestingly they lost both matches at this ground last season, to the Hurricanes and the Sixers, while the Stars played a home game here and flogged the Thunder by 8 wickets.
The much vaunted Heat batting lineup looked all over a pedestrian Thunder lineup on paper yet it was the pace off bowlers of the Thunder who had the last laugh. The over-aggressiveness of Banton and Bryant brought about their downfall - both against spin - and they now come up against two very good white ball slow bowlers in Sandeep Lamichhane and Adam Zampa. Will the Stars utilise them early in the innings or fight fire with fire with the likes of Coulter-Nile and Worrall?
The Stars are no slouches with the bat themselves, headed by Marcus Stoinis who had an unbelievable BBL08 at the top of the order. The likes of Maxwell, Handscomb, Maddinson, Dunk and Cartwright present plenty of depth through the top order, which they may need against what is a very balanced Heat attack. They may lack the explosiveness of the Heat top order but they present as the more solid of the two lineups.
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Love It - Tom Banton (DS $16,200) gave a glimpse of what he is capable of against the Thunder, spanking two 6s before holing out in the deep. His ultra-aggressive nature presents obvious risk of getting out early but he doesn't have to stay long at the crease to do some real damage. If he gets going he has the ability to be the key to the slate and is clearly too cheap at his Moneyball salary.
Don't Love It - Ben Dunk (DS $12,500) gets plenty of opportunity with his opening position but had a very lean BBL08 season. Now 32 years of age, I'm happy to gamble that he is unlikely to return to the dominant form he showed a few seasons ago now, and his strike rate was low enough last season that he generally needs to score 30+ runs before you start to regret leaving him out.
Who Knows? - Nick Maddinson (DS $11,400) had a lean BBL08 after suffering an injury before the season kicked off and never really got going afterwards. He has been a bit of an enigma throughout his career but has had some continuity this season with Victoria and comes into the T20 format in reasonable nick with the bat. Not a player to build your team around but his volatility can pay off as a point of difference in your lineup.
Love It - Sandeep Lamichhane (DS $16,900) had a terrific start to his BBL career last season and showed he was capable of both taking wickets and keeping a low economy rate. I like this matchup with the Heat as they are vulnerable to good spin bowling and he has proven to be capable of scoring 100+ when things go his way. Generally a very reliable bowler to roster.
Don't Love It - Nathan Coulter-Nile (DS $16,600) is obviously a quality bowler, having represented his country on numerous occasions. That said, he can be hit or miss with the ball and faces a Heat batting lineup who love the ball coming onto the bat. Couple that with the depth of his new team's batting which may restrict the time he gets at the crease and he is a popular player who may be worth fading.
Who Knows? - Haris Rauf (DS $13,100) got the late call up to the Stars squad with the injury to Dale Steyn. A 24yo fast bowler from Pakistan, he played in Tasmanian's Premier League T20 competition at the weekend just past, knocking over Hurricanes' star D'arcy Short. While being a bit of a latecomer to the game and sporting a slingshot style action, he is capable of hitting speeds of up to 150km/h with a mix of yorkers and lifters in his arsenal. Given he is unproven outside of the Pakistan Super League he is the very definition of 'who knows', but if he gets the call up he is going to add plenty of intrigue.


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t-matix IoT platform
Digitization combines impressive design with vintage vehicles
iModeler founded the GrandRetro community, a place for classic car enthusiasts and restorers. Vintage cars require an enormous amount of financial resources and are very often affected by wrong decisions and incorrect technical information, such as mileage and origin. t-matix was commissioned to set up an IoT platform in which all the necessary information about the vehicles is automatically transmitted, thus preventing fraud in advance. In just eight weeks, t-matix implemented the powerful GrandRetro IoT platform, from hardware selection including connectivity, data processing in the IoT portal and in the app, including interactive dashboards. The aim is to visualize the realistic added value of a classic car with live tracking data. In the portal, the live locations and trips made by the vehicles are recorded in a logbook and displayed visually. Detailed vehicle profiles provide an overview of the vehicle history, such as the total number of kilometers travelled, distance driven on racetracks and active and passive hours of a classic car. The occupancy of the vehicles is extremely valuable for classic car owners, as these vehicles have to be moved at regular intervals in order not to lose value. Each assignment is precisely documented in the utilization report, so that every journey time can be documented in detail. We look forward to the great cooperation!
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import { LogManager } from 'aurelia-framework';
import { RouterConfiguration } from 'aurelia-router';

const logger = LogManager.getLogger('app');

export class App {
    configureRouter(config: RouterConfiguration): void {
        logger.debug("configuring the router");
        config.title = "SKG";
        config.map([
            { route: ['', 'home'], name: 'home', moduleId: 'home/home' },
            { route: 'online', name: 'online', moduleId: 'online/online' },
            { route: 'local', name: 'local', moduleId: 'local/local' },
            { route: 'adventure', name: 'adventure', moduleId: 'adventure/adventure' },
            { route: 'skynet', name: 'skynet', moduleId: 'aigame/aigame' }
        ]);
        config.mapUnknownRoutes('home/home');
    }
}


Bharat Floorings and Tiles was started in 1922 as part of the Swadeshi movement as a contribution to India's economic independence by producing tiles of international quality to replace imports. With decades of hard work and compassion Bharat Floorings and Tiles is one of the most favoured names amongst architects and designers.
SUMMER SPECIAL HOME DÉCOR TRENDS 2019!
Summer is finally here, and it's bringing along some interior design trends that we're very excited about! This is the perfect time to refresh your home for the season. Embrace the summers and uplift your home with trending patterns, bold prints and colours. Your home interiors should bring out the identity of who you are! Beautiful leafy and floral prints, statement designs, pastel colours and classic furniture help in up-lifting your décor.
Minimalistic décor is the way to go this summer to make your room feel airy and bright. Details are essential for acquiring a 'wow factor'. For instance, the right furniture, wall frames, cushion covers together bring out the perfect look. Light and bright colour combinations reflect light throughout the space making the room chilled and cosy. Cement tile is a great flooring option as it is neutral to extreme climatic conditions for instance tiles don't get too hot or cold and it's easy to your feet.
In the image below Studio Momo combined a modern and vintage décor scheme to create this beautiful villa.
One of the biggest positives of summer is the very bright sunlight that lasts almost throughout the entire day.
Tip - Replacing heavy drapes and blinds with some soft, thin and lighter colour curtains to allow more natural light to come in, materials recommended – cotton or linen.
Yellow hues have been the go-to shade over the warmer months. Bright colours such as yellow look great and create a summery vibe. Don't just stick to one colour though! Experimenting with different colour combinations is one way in which you can design a creative space. While layering neutrals in your space, adding a pop of colour is always a good idea. It adds a refreshing burst of joy to your living space.
The key, however, is to keep the colour palette the same tonally, for example, in the image below you can see the flooring and walls have the same level of softness with just the colour block cushion standing out, so it's all balanced visually.
simple-looking space, you can incorporate elegant furniture and neutral colours to make the space look lighter and feel more expressive while keeping it intimate.
Summer is here! Maintain and decorate your outdoor area in a way that makes it conducive to unwinding sessions that include a book, a chilled beer and some soothing music in the background. Let your spirit run free and your mind wanders off during the summer days!
Make your outdoor areas more inviting by simply adding some fresh planters, bright cushions, a neutral but statement flooring pattern and comfortable furniture in your patio area. Install fly-screens and nets to keep bugs and insects outside while still allowing the cool night air to ventilate your home.
Tropical planters used in this private apartment give the space a fresh look and they help to keep the temperature relatively cool in the summers! Flowers and indoor plants are the perfect antidotes to beat the sweltering summer heat! They also brighten up the house and bring cheer to the space.
Another interesting summer interior trend that will most likely be seen this season! Designing a space that is sustainable is very essential. Sustainable interior design creates interior spaces using design principles such as functionality, accessibility, and aesthetics. Raw unfinished textures like this stone finish used by the interior designer Sarah Sham looks rustic and the material is very durable and weather resistant. Organic textures and natural fabrics like jute and cotton also fit in perfectly with the summer sizzle. While the heat is buzzing outside, this material helps in maintaining a cosy and cool look inside!
Patterns come and go but florals are forever! They make a natural fit for residential spaces. This pretty design can never go out of style and is a safe choice. These patterns can be used as highlights, borders for a statement look, or can be laid to create a carpet look. Minimalist spaces tend to have a sleek and clean aesthetic and are, therefore, evergreen. One can never get tired of these spectacular, colourful floral-patterned tiles from the Heritage collection.
It is all about getting these little things right to create a warm and relaxing vibe! Hope this article helps to get you summer ready?
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Your entryway is one of the most important areas to welcome guests or customers, be it a residential or commercial space! No matter what the size of the space, when the front doors open it's the first thing your customer in an office or a restaurant, or a guest who visits your home sees. You never get a second chance to make a great first impression! It's therefore important that your entryway is welcoming to guests, makes them feel comfortable as soon as they walk through the door and, most importantly reflects your personal style.
Create a space in a way that makes sure the entryway art, furniture, paint colour, and seating you choose to generate a positive reaction.
Your restaurant is not just about how delicious the food is, it's also about the interiors of the space and the vibe it generates! Nowadays, people don't just go to a restaurant to eat but also to showcase their experience to their friends and family through pictures on social media. As a restaurateur, it is important to keep this in mind.
You can create a photo-friendly space by adding quirky and fun décor elements at the entrance like you can see in the image below. The designer Studio Wood created this statement wall and used custom-made bespoke Momo pattern flooring and unique interior concepts at Café Ciclo in Gurugram to create a dramatic look and feel that is totally Instagram-worthy!
It's very important to put up a bench or a chair at the entrance of a restaurant. A small seating area will not only create a cosy feel but also makes a customer comfortable while they wait for their table. The seating made of jute/ cane at the entrance of the British Brewing Company reiterates the classic setting at the restaurant. The artistic décor elements used by designer Tejal Mathur create a whimsical vibe at this friendly neighbourhood gastropub.
Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder! Putting on our styling hats, we'd suggest using a statement pattern on your floor that can enhance and highlight the remaining décor and furniture of the space instantly! The designer Brinda Somayya created this look at the entrance of the Phillips Store to get the desired effect. This Star and Diamond pattern from the HeritageTM collection is a classic design which gives a very soothing and vintage effect to the interiors!
The first thing someone sees before even entering a house or store is the front door. Add some drama with a large front door that makes people go 'Wow' instantly! This antique furniture store has a very vintage inspired door which appropriately reflects the kind of space you're walking in to.
The entry of your home sets the tone for the rest of the space. Artistic wall frames, planters, antique furniture all blend in well to create a stunning entrance! Planters help to add some greenery and freshness to the space like you can see in the image below.
This design scheme of artistic décor elements and vintage furniture in the image below creates a perfect balance of old and new, luxurious and accessible, looking fresh and evergreen!
This apartment designed by Rubel Dhuna Architects has a wide entrance so she used the classic and traditional floral design to give it a statement look. The home imparts a vintage vibe right from the entryway!
Wooden furniture is nothing but a classic and artistic way to amp up the décor of your foyer! The entrance of this private apartment looks as luxurious as ever with beautifully crafted side tables harbouring artistic décor pieces and wooden shutters on the side incorporating colourful painting designs. A foyer is a great place for a tall mirror so guests can check themselves while entering or exiting the apartment. It also adds a nice decorative touch. This foyer designed by Studio Infinity Project is decor goals of all sorts!
The aim while designing the entrance or front door should be to make it as inviting, welcoming, and attractive as you can! Avoid creating a cluttered area, it should look spacious. We hope these tips will be useful to anyone looking to do up their entryway!
According to Joan DeJean, living rooms started out as formal display spaces for welcoming guests in the 17th century, but slowly morphed into the more casual gathering spaces that we know today. A living room is not only a place to watch TV, it is an area for a family gathering and a space to communicate. The living room is the place where friends and family gather to spend quality time in a home, so it's important for it to be well-designed.
A house is made of walls and beams, but a home is made of dreams and hopes! Being inspired by this very famous quote here are few tips on how to design you living room to create a contemporary vibe that makes guests feel welcome at the same time.
Designing a space that is sustainable is very essential. Sustainable interior design creates interior spaces using design principles such as functionality, accessibility, and aesthetics. Living room interior design trends are focusing more and more on sustainability and thoughtful design practices and approaches – whether that is making furnishings out of recycled materials, up-cycling pre-loved items, or sourcing eco-friendly materials in a more responsible way. Sustainable design projects are influenced by such factors as planning efficient use of space, choosing materials with low environmental impacts, and reducing energy consumption, pollution, and waste.
Embrace the curves! Sofas, tables, chairs, consoles — all are available in curvy designs that soften a roomful of angular pieces. It is an elegant motif that fits well with contemporary interiors.
A chair and table used of this style is a great addition to the décor. In the image below the décor scheme used for this private apartment is "Minimalism" designed by Ravi Vazirani. A great tip to keep in mind while creating an elegant and sophisticated space – always opt for pastels or a neutral colour scheme! In the image below the designer has kept the remaining layout of the space clean and uncluttered, letting the floors shine!
Trick – You need one statement décor element to transform the space, it can be anything from a patterned floor to colour blocked furniture.
Patterns come and go but florals are forever! They make a natural fit for residential spaces. This pretty design can never go out of style and is a safe choice. Timeless and long-lasting – two words that we think describe these designs perfectly! These patterns can be used as highlights, borders for a statement look, or can be laid to create a carpet look. Minimalist, vintage spaces tend to have a sleek and clean aesthetic and are, therefore, evergreen. One can never get tired of these spectacular, colourful floral-patterned tiles from the Heritage collection.
The days of plain, single-solid coloured floors are in the past. Evocative, abstract patterns and geometric forms are making their way into living rooms. Strong, bold lines and direct, focused themes with definite shapes are some key features that make the Geometrique collection a perfect choice for personal spaces. They add character and drama to your living room! You can incorporate geometric plays in small ways, with soft colours, or you can go all out with bold and bright colours.
The perfect blend of colour & design forms an integral part in making this space look luxurious as well as cosy! While designing your living room comfort is essential but having artistic décor elements creates room for convention and adds to the interiors. Your living room space should reflect who you are; your style and personality. From artistic wall hangings, floorings, furniture each home décor should reflect 'YOU'.
For someone with a playful personality, using bright colour combinations and mixing different patterns together work very well to create an artistic look.
Neutral and soothing colours are a perfect base for a living room colour scheme. Colours can uplift your mood instantly so why not give it importance when designing your living room? Light pastels are becoming a popular addition to the contemporary neutral colours of minimalism. Add pastel touches to your living room to achieve this pretty, welcoming, and elegant style! Bright and sunny, and still tastefully beautiful colours should be kept in mind when selecting a colour combination.
We hope these tips will be useful to anyone looking to revamp their living room area!
Creativity (n.) – The ability to transcend traditional ideas and to create meaningful new ones. If you're looking to redesign your child's room, create a dream space which is creative! Always keep an open mind when exploring fun and playful colours, décor elements and furniture!
Decorating a kid's bedroom doesn't mean that you must compromise on the style quotient. The process opens a whole new world of fun and exciting possibilities! Use décor elements that add to the learning of a child for instance geometric or alphabetical shapes and patterns for your floors or walls… It's the perfect excuse to go bold, whimsical or chic depending on your little one's personality!
Your kid spends most of their time in the bedroom, either sleeping, playing video games, watching TV or doing homework. Therefore, the room should cater to your child's needs that will serve as an inspiration for designing the bedroom. The bedroom should also be designed as per who your child would want to be and the innocence of the kid. It should be stylish, practical, fun and most importantly, super cosy.
While designing a children's room it is essential to make it feel spacious! Think about the future needs of your child too, since you won't always renovate your house. As your child grows their room will need space for a study table, storage, games etc. Utilize space effectively by shopping for multi-functional furniture that can provide storage options. For instance, a desk space that has hidden storage facility or storage beds with built-in drawers and roll-out containers, or a display stand where toys can be showcased, which once the child grows up can be used as a bookshelf too.
Layer up and accessorize your kid's bedroom with decorative printed bedding and bold, playful colours to add a bright and cheerful vibe to the room! Adding décor items like buntings make for cute decorative elements in a child's bedroom.
Another interesting way to accessorize your kid's space is to add wallpapers, patterned floorings, decorative curtains, monochrome block printed throws, soft toys and innovative wall hangings!
Make your kid's bedroom stand out by using vivacious and attractive colours and patterns on the walls! Playful colours with fun patterns like animal motifs and abstract designs are an apt choice for your children's room. BFT has striking colour options that bring life to any space instantly. Blue Lagoon with a shade of white complement each other beautifully as you can see in the image below. These wall tiles placed in the bedroom of a private apartment in Mumbai give the space an exuberant vibe!
Another lovely colour option for your kid's bedroom is to add a pop of sunshine yellow that works well against plain white walls.
Tip: If you have a small room, use lighter shades, since these create a wider, more open appearance.
The love for asymmetric patterns creates an artistic look, be it a boy's bedroom or a girl's! The child's room is a perfect place to explore new ideas and vibrant colours. The Borobu pattern from our designer collaboration – BFT+ range seen in the image below creates quite a statement! If you're opting for a whimsical look in your kid's room, the BFT+ Range – Japanese Line is calling out to you!
A zone where you can cosy up and cuddle with your little one and read them their favourite bed time story or sing them to sleep with a lullaby. A room that emanates the ultimate warm and fuzzy feeling! You can achieve such an environment by using decor elements like a blackboard, bean bag, stuffed toys, artistic side lamps or hanging ceiling lights, for instance, star shape lights or lanterns that help you give the room a snug feel and comfy vibe.
You can also create a themed décor for your kid's room, ex. a superman theme for a boy or a princess theme for a girl…creating a delightful little wonderland of their own!
A helpful tip - Combining patterns that are complementary in colour helps bring them together in an unconventional way. It's a fantastic way to create an intentionally vibrant look that doesn't appear messy! If you're opting to re-do the interiors of your kid's bedroom– tiles add a great statement, especially the abstract or geometrical pattern. At BFT you can customize your floors by mixing and matching two or more different patterns together to create a playful look! These decorative patterns make an excellent choice for floorings, offering both beauty and durability.
"A child's bedroom should be a haven, a space they love spending time in, where they feel safe as they drift off to sleep and comforted by what they see when they wake up in the morning" according to interior designer Carolyn Feder.
If you're a parent who loves design, wait no more...get started today on creating the perfect bedroom space for your most beloved baby girl or boy.
Abstract motifs, themed décor, playful colours, multi-functionality, fun accessories! Which of these featured kids' room trends is your favourite? Let us know in the comments below.
Hope this article is helpful in designing your little champ or princess's cosy little space!
Bedroom Goals - A balance of comfort and style!
It's safe to say that your bedroom is the most important room in your house! It is a place where you rise and shine every day of your life! A place where you unwind at the end of a long day, where you enjoy a good night's sleep; a place where you wake up each day feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. It is a very personal space where you inevitably spend most of your time, hence, it should be designed in a way that makes it a relaxing haven, a retreat of sorts, and the perfect amalgamation of style and comfort…But have you ever thought of a way to achieve this?
Interior styling is very important…We know it is hard to design a bedroom that is stylish yet functional, calming and relaxing. In this article, we help you with some simple tips and tricks that can elevate your room design instantly.
All you need is that feeling of comfort, and a great way to attain that is with the use of soothing colours! Use colours and shades that bring life to your space and positivity and peacefulness to your mind. Cool/warm colours like shades of blue and yellow create a tranquil and calming vibe. Year after year, flooring trends are certainly getting more creative and taking quite an interesting turn.
Contrasting colours are expected to be a huge hit!
While layering neutrals in your space, add a pop of colour to your floors to liven up your space instantly.
Your bedroom doesn't need to have a lot of décor elements to make it stand out, just a few essential pieces that make you happy and make the space feel right. Simplicity is the key to creativity! Create a simple and sophisticated look using elegant design. You can achieve this by using Bharat's terrazzo range, a decorative element of timeless beauty! The image below is a great example of how elegant this material looks on your wall. Its versatility and simplicity allow it to fit perfectly with any decorative style, providing both elegance and naturalness. The contemporary interior design trends are all about simplicity and BFT is known for their sophisticated flooring designs that strive to bring out the elegance of a space through timeless design and highest quality materials.
It's important to add some glamour to your personal space and the best way to do so is to add elements that create a statement in your bedroom either on the walls, floors or with the furniture!
- The fastest way to make a design statement is with a dramatic piece of furniture, in the bedroom, that means a striking four-poster bed.
- Creating a statement wall is also a good idea! You can achieve that by using colourful pattern tiles as you can see in the image below. The Le Mill tiles are used to accentuate your home decor by making a bold statement on your walls and your floor tiles design. This eye-catching detail pattern can effortlessly elevate your aesthetic to a high level without overwhelming the look.
- Good mirror placement, a bedroom essential! It makes your space look larger, brighter and unique. If placed in an accurate spot it can create a statement.
Beautiful and elegant floral-patterned tiles and artistic frames on the walls add the desirable modern touch as well as a sense of whimsy to an otherwise classic décor setting.
Adding playful colours, pretty prints, modern furniture and something that you truly love are elements that play a key role in creating a contemporary look!
Who doesn't love a cosy, elegant and luxurious bedroom designed in a contemporary style! It gives you a feeling of relaxation, calmness, and absolute comfort. Soft textures help to de-stress after a busy day. Clean lines and uncluttered surfaces bring your mind in order. You may achieve this look by using soothing colours together with pleasant to the touch materials and rich textures. Plenty of pillows and cushions on the bed and a throw will give extra cosiness to your bedroom. This lovely room designed by Crossboundaries gets it just right by using layers of knit, quilted bedding and silky fabric on the along with the contrasting colour scheme of blue, yellow and brown that adds immense character to this sunlit room.
From the colourful to contemporary and even classic styles, we have all that you need to glam up your space! Designing can take many forms, there is no wrong or right when it comes to design and creativity, it is versatile and flexible as per your personal taste. A well-designed bedroom features most important details like statement artwork, floors, elegant light fixtures, and elements such as upholstered headboards and soft, silky, smooth to the touch bedding that is snooze-inducing.
The perfect bedroom scheme must be warm, welcoming and the kind of setting where you can imagine yourself curling up in bed and reading a good book or watching your favourite TV show, reading your little one a story or just spending some good old me time.
Hope this article is helpful in designing your own cosy little haven!


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Q: Importing data into SAS I was given a list of files that need to be imported into SAS, however I am struggling to import them correctly. The files are formatted as such:
There is one "Header File" that contains a few lines of metadata followed by:
RECORD 1
Header column 1
Header column 2
Header column 3
Header column 4
Record 2
Header column 1
Header column 2
Header column 3
Header column 4
Header column 5
Header column 6
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RECORD 3
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And then "data files" which contain no meta data (that I am aware of) and are simply column ("|") delineated.
I was told these files were generated using SAS and I believed them to be a library, however:
Proc CIMPORT data="C..."
 did not work.
I can import them individually using
Proc Import data="";
DBMS=DLM;
Run;
I asked this question earlier to no avail, I included more information this time. I feel like this is something that is really easy that I am just missing somehow.  Thank you very much in advance.

A: You can use PROC IMPORT to read the pipe delimited files. Use the getnames=no; statement to tell it to generate its own names.  You can then use the metadata from the first file to generate RENAME statements to change the names.
PROC CIMPORT is for reading transport files generated by PROC CPORT.
For a more complete example with code please post some actual examples of the data files, especially the one with the metadata.  If the metadata is complete then you could probably skip the PROC IMPORT and just use the metadata to directly write data steps to read the data files.